Walter Musona Leads Zimbabwe to 3-1 Victory Over Namibia in AFCON Qualifiers
Walter Musona’s two goals led Zimbabwe to a 3-1 victory over Namibia in the 2025 AFCON Qualifiers. This win allowed Zimbabwe to secure a second consecutive win against Namibia, placing them second in Group J standings with eight points, just two points behind Cameroon. Zimbabwe needs two more points from their remaining matches to qualify for the AFCON finals.
On Monday evening, Walter Musona’s remarkable performance, featuring two goals, propelled Zimbabwe to a convincing 3-1 victory against Namibia during the Group J qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) held at Orlando Stadium. This win marked Zimbabwe’s second consecutive triumph over Namibia within four days, following a 1-0 victory in the first round at the same venue on Thursday. The initial half of the match was lackluster for Zimbabwe, with their only notable moment being a missed opportunity by Terrence Dzvukamanja in the 43rd minute, who squandered a chance from the edge of the penalty area, failing to convert despite ample space. In a more determined display in the second half, Zimbabwe struck early with Musona unleashing a spectacular volley from the edge of the box just five minutes after the break, rendering the Namibian goalkeeper helpless. Musona then extended this lead in the 61st minute, successfully converting a penalty kick after a handball was called against a Namibian player. The Warrior’s scoring concluded with a goal in the 89th minute from substitute Prince Dube, who converted an assist from Jordan Zemura. Namibia managed to find the net two minutes later, taking home a consolation goal. This victory solidified Zimbabwe’s position in the group, bringing their total to eight points, now sitting in second place behind Cameroon, which leads with 10 points. The top two teams from this group will qualify for the upcoming 2025 AFCON finals, with Cameroon already securing their place through a recent victory over Kenya. For Zimbabwe, securing just two more points from their remaining two matches will ensure qualification for the finals.
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is a prestigious international football tournament hosted in Africa, which determines the continent’s champion. Teams compete in various qualifying rounds, with the Group J qualifying matches presently underway. The performance and standings of each team during these matches are crucial for qualification into the finals. This match against Namibia was part of a critical double-header for Zimbabwe, needing positive results to improve their chances of qualifying for the tournament.
In summary, Walter Musona’s exceptional performance secured a decisive 3-1 victory for Zimbabwe against Namibia, enhancing their chances of qualification for the 2025 AFCON. With only two matches remaining, Zimbabwe sits in a strong second position, needing just two more points to ensure their place in the finals, while Namibia remains at the bottom of the group without any points.
Original Source: www.newzimbabwe.com
